To find out, I analyzed every CNBC ranking from 2007 through 2025 - every category, every data point, every dizzying swing.

Just a few words to make sure everyone saw that North Carolina was once again ranked as the best place to do business in ...

It earned the distinction for the third time in the past four years due to “a solid economy, a world-class workforce, and a ...

North Carolina has been named the top state for business by CNBC, with credit given to its economy and workforce.

North Carolina ranks as the No. 1 state in the nation in the 2025 America’s Top States for Business, CNBC said recently.

CNBC touted North Carolina's performance in the 10 individual categories that included being third in economy, fourth in both ...

For the third time in four years, CNBC has ranked North Carolina as “America’s Top State for Business” in 2025.

It earned the distinction for the third time in the past four years due to “a solid economy, a world-class workforce, and a wealth of corporate hospitality,” according to a story from ...

A report by a coalition of North Carolina institutions outlines a plan to establish an agricultural technology (agtech) ...

Alaska has been ranked the worst state for business in 2025 as its oil-dependent economy suffers from declining and volatile ...

“Virginia’s slip in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking once again highlights that the chaos and uncertainty caused by ...

CNBC rankings find NC is well positioned to navigate opportunities and risk ahead, steering into headwinds from a strong position.